As the number of COVID-19 cases arises, Cebu City may all revert to Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) or Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ).
On June 14, 2020, Cebu City will undergo evaluation of quarantine status whether or not it will revert back to a stricter classification.
If the number of COVID-19 cases in the city continues to rise, the worse that could happen is for us to return to ECQ status, if rapid transmission is proven, said Dr. Tony Leachon, special adviser to the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) under chief implementer Secretary Carlito Galvez.
In a Facebook Live session Sunday night, Leachon, said:
“IATF evaluation on June 14, pero kung mataas talaga ang datus pwedeng hindi mag hintay ng June 14 at ibalik ang ECQ o MECQ kung saan sila dati, depende po. May criteria ang national task force based sa real time and granular data.”
Cebu City was placed under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) in the first week of June. However, the increasing number of cases worried Leachon.
By June 6, Cebu City recorded 2,548 cases against San Juan City’s 2,537 cases. San Juan is the local government in the National Capital Region with the most number of cases.
He said that he has alerted his fellow members of the national IATF.
For four consecutive days from June 7 to 10, 2020, Cebu City has been logging at least 100 new confirmed COVID-19 cases a day. As of yesterday, June 10, Cebu City already has a total of 3,089 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 1,719 recoveries and 34 deaths. Total recoveries is at 55.65% ratio while death rate is only at 1.10%.
They say that the virus is here to stay. Therefore, we must all be cautious and practice proper hygiene, but most importantly, we must stay at home.
One of the greatly affected sectors during the crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic is tourism. Hence, the Cebu Provincial Government is leading the revival of Cebu’s tourism sector while the world continues to combat against COVID-19.
On June 5, Governor Gwendolyn Garcia visited Cebu’s “jewel of the north,” Malapascua Island. This visit is in lieu to the revival of Cebu tourism.
“Mao nang nagkuyog gyud mi ni (Department of Tourism) RD Shahlimar Tamano alang sa pagdala og loud signal to all nga maningkamot gyud ta nga buhion nato og balik ang turismo,”
– Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia
Tamano, Daanbantayan Mayor Sun Shimura, Provincial Board member Kerrie Keane Shimura, Police Provincial Director Roderick Marianl, Logon Barangay Captain Lemuel Dano jointed Gov. Garcia.
“Ug mao na ang akong giangkon karon nga dako kaayo nga tulumanon, pagtabang, dili lang gani niining Isla sa Malapascua, lakip na ang uban natong mga lungsod nga turismo maoy main source of livelihood,”
– Governor Garcia
Other popular tourism sites in Cebu province include Olsob, Badian, Alegria, Bantayan, Camotes Island and Moalboal.
Garcia, together with Tamano and the Department of Tourism (DOT), assured that they will help in reviving the tourism industry amidst this pandemic.
When our tourism sector and business sector are to face the new normal, let us not forget to #SupportLocal by buying local.
It’s no question — many people and businesses have been greatly impacted by the global crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many lost jobs, while others had no choice but to close their businesses and companies.
This is one of the reasons why many Filipinos (and Cebuanos) resorted to online selling and freelancing to keep up with the never-ending bills and other financial obligations.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued a new memorandum on June 10, 2020, giving notice to all individuals “doing business and earning income in any manner or form” to register and comply with the existing provisions of the Tax Code.
Highlights of RMC No. 60-2020:
All persons doing business and earning income in any manner, specially those into digital transactions should be compliant with the tax code:
Should be registered with the BIR
Should issue proper receipts/invoices
Should keep books of accounts
Should file and pay tax returns on time
If you register before July 31, 2020, there will be no penalty imposed for late registration and late filing for past transactions.
All those who will be found later doing business without complying with the registration/update requirements, and those who failed to declare past due taxes/unpaid taxes, shall be imposed with the applicable penalties under the law and existing policies.
Basic Registration Guidelines
According to BIR’s memorandum, in general, the registration and its updates are done in the Revenue District Office (RDO) having jurisdiction over the place where the Head Office is located or over the place of residence of the individual taxpayer.
1. Persons doing business online with no Tax Identification Number (TIN) yet – Register business following existing policies in securing TIN and registration of business.
2. Persons doing business online who already have TINs but the business is not yet registered:
a. Individual – whether the TIN was issued due to ONETT or employment, register the business, using BIR Form 1901, with the RDO having jurisdiction over the place of business, if with physical establishment. Otherwise, with the RDO having jurisdiction over the place of residence. The concerned RDO shall effect the update of taxpayer classification (e.g., employee to sole proprietor, ONETT to sole proprietor); and include the business activity of online selling.
b. Non-individual – Update business registration, using Form 1905, details to include additional business activity (online selling).
The Certificate of Registration (COR) shall be issued to those engaged in business upon compliance with the requirements as followers:
Requirements
Individuals
Non-Individuals
1. Fill up Registration Form
BIR Form No. 1901 (2 originals)
BIR Form No. 1903 (2 originals)
2. Present any government-issued ID that is readable and untampered
e.g., Birth Certificate, Passport, Driver’s License, etc.
As applicable: SEC Certificate of Incorporation; or SEC Certificate of Recording; or License to Do Business in the Philippines
3. Other documents required
DTI Certificate (if with business name)
Articles of Incorporation; or Articles of Partnership
4. Payments to the New Business Registrant Officer (NBRO) posted in the New Business Registrant Counter (NBRC)
Registration Fee (P500.00) and loose Documentary Stamp Tax for affixture to COR (P30.00)
Registration Fee (P500.00) and loose Documentary Stamp Tax for affixture to COR (P30.00)
5. Secure BIR Printed Receipts (BPR) / BIR Printed Invoices (BPI) or the Authority to Print (ATP)
BPR/BPI – depending on the printing cost per RDO or ATP – own choice of printer from the list of accredited printers
BPR/BPI – depending on the printing cost per RDO or ATP – own choice of printer from the list of accredited printers
Upon completion of the above, the taxpayer will receive the ff.:
Certificate of Registration (COR)
Copy of BIR-received Registration Form (1901 or 1903)
Notice to Issue Receipt/Invoice (NIRI)
BPR/BPI or ATP (per taxpayer’s choice)
Proof of payment of registration fee
Here’s the copy of BIR Memorandum Circular No. 60-2020:
Those late night epic parties will be missed for one of Cebu’s most popular bars or night clubs has just released a statement of closure.
Rumour Gastropub, one of the high end bars in Cebu City, has been serving the Cebuanos for three years. The operations of Rumour might just be the first of many casualties of the global pandemic, COVID-19.
But let us not lose hope because Rumour has also stated that this is not a total goodbye.
“This is not Goodbye. We are just closing our doors for now. #ButrumourHasIt that we will be back at a new location.”
The statement in their official page then ended in a hopeful note.
“Until then please take care of yourself, Cebu! We will see you soon. Keep spreading the Rumour. Keep spreading the Love. Until we meet again.”
We will be ceasing ALL operations and closing our doors for now.Keep the good vibes up, Cebu! ❤️#Spreadtherumour#rumourhasit #rumourgastropubcebu #rumourgastropubph#rumourgastropub
It was only a few months ago when Forbes, a business magazine, released their 2020 “30 Under 30” list, wherein they featured young entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers in the whole world.
Just recently, they featured another set of list citing the world’s highest paid athletes for 2020, with Swiss tennis player Roger Federer claiming the top spot. Forbes revealed that Federer accumulated $106 million USD of pre-tax earnings in total over the past 12 months.
Football star players Ronaldo and Messi follow Federer with $105 million and $104 million, respectively. Neymar and LeBron also made appearances on the list as they claimed the fourth and fifth spot, respectively.
Another reason why this year’s list is special is because of Osaka and Williams. They made it to the list marking the first time that two women have made it in the top 100 since 2016. Osaka landed in the 29th spot while Williams landed on the 33rd spot.
Top twenty in the Forbes’ world’s 100 highest-paid athletes list are as follows:
Let us all admit it. We’ve all craved for the taste and aroma of good coffee.
Well, crave no more for aside from giving you good coffee, Krispy Kreme now offers the new Glazed Kaffe Mocha doughnuts!
Yes, you’ve imagined it right. Our favorite donut bathed with the perfect blend of chocolate and coffee. Delicious and mouth watering is one way to describe it.
This Dark Chocolate Glaze Doughnut is filled with light cream, and glazed with decadent cappuccino chocolate and white chocolate swirls. Price is only P55 per piece.
This rich and flavorful treat is available for a limited time only by ordering for takeout, Curbside®️ pick-up, or delivery through now.krispykreme.com.ph, 888-79000 and its hotline+ numbers.
You may also place your orders through GrabFood, FoodPanda, and LalaFood.
The global effects of using bicycles have already been discussed pre-quarantine, but its benefits have been given much emphasis during this crisis.
During GCQ, only a few jeepneys and buses took the courage to transport passengers from one place to the other. Because of the scare of the pandemic, only a few passengers were also brave enough to hop on a public transportation.
If you are one of those commuters who enjoyed the use of bicycles as a mode of transportation, you will be elated to see these bike lanes circulating proposed by the Baktas Tindak Society. Though these lanes have not been formally proposed, these have made waves online hoping for the right people to hear these pleas.
“Most major destinations and basic services can fit in a 2km radius circle.”“Highlighting the busiest destinations.”“Structures with bike racks were identified and most of these were private developments which is obviously not enough if we anticipate the number of cyclists when the post-quarantine kicks in.”“Most of the identified bike racks also fall inside the major destinations.”“Possible connection in between major destinations.”“Stretching the bike lanes further to areas with high residential density.”“And establishing a North-South link.”“Imagination lang pero pwede.”
I’d be happy to see these lanes too. I can’t wait to be able to pedal my way to my destination. Less contact with people and daily exercise.
Thank you for these imaginary cycling network across Cebu City, Baktas Tindak Society.
Again, these are not yet official. These are dreams hoping to be translated into reality.
This is an imaginary proposal consolidated from various individuals and cycling communities then further developed by…
UPDATE (June 10, 2020 at 12:00NN): This promo has been CANCELLED as it’s a violation of the GCQ guidelines that no sale or promos should be held to avoid people from flocking in. Although the promo post from Nike Factory Store Mactan’s Facebook page has not yet been taken down, we have seen a photo comment about the promo event’s cancellation.
Photo from Whren
On Tuesday evening, Nike Factory Store in Mactan has announced on its Facebook page the tempting “BUY 2 TAKE 2” promo applicable on ALL items. This means, when you buy any two items (footwear or apparel), you also get two FREE items of your choice!
The promo will run from June 10 to 17, 2020. But before going to the store (and making sure you follow physical distancing and other standard safety protocols), here’s everything you need to know so far.
Terms and Conditions
1. To avail of the promo, the customer must subscribe to the Nike Factory Store PH Mailing List prior to purchase. Visit nfs.ph to subscribe.
2. Get the third and fourth item for free when you pay for two higher priced/equal in total amount items.
3. The promo is only applicable when buying 2 items; where the items are priced at their Suggested Retail Prices (SRP).
4. The customer has the option to buy any number of items.
a. In the case that the customer buys 1 item, the regular discount will be applied.
b. In the case that the customer buys 3 items, only 2 of those items will be available for Buy 2 Take 2.
c. In the case that the customer buys 4 items, those 2 sets of items will be available for Buy 2 Take 2.
5. The promo cannot be applied in conjunction with the any other promo running during the same period.
6. The promo is not applicable on the nfs.ph Member-Exclusive Services.
7. The promo is valid from June 10, 2020 to June 17, 2020 only.
8. All sales are final. Returns and exchanges are not allowed.
9. Nike Factory Store/Maguire Group of Companies reserves the right to add, delete and/or modify these terms and conditions, at any time, at its sole discretion.
10. In case of any dispute, Nike Factory Store/Maguire Group of Companies reserves the right of final decision.
Cancelled Promo Event
UPDATE (June 10, 2020 at 12:00NN): This promo has been CANCELLED as it’s a violation of the GCQ guidelines that no sale or promos should be held to avoid people from flocking in. Although the promo post from Nike Factory Store Mactan’s Facebook page has not yet been taken down, we have seen a photo comment about the promo event’s cancellation.
Photo from Whren
Sugbo.ph’s Friendly Reminder
To make sure you don’t violate GCQ guidelines, take note of the following:
Always bring your quarantine pass or Certificate of Employment to enter the premises.
If you are not a resident of Lapu-Lapu City, make sure to bring any of the items indicated on #1 to cross the border. It’s also best to go there before 3PM to avoid early closure.
Wear your mask at all times.
Observe social distancing.
Bring an alcohol or sanitizer if possible.
Location
Nike Factory Store Mactan is located at “The Outlets at Pueblo Verde”, Mactan Economic Zone II Basak, Lapu Lapu City, Cebu (15 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport).
For the past two days, Cebu City has been reporting at least 100 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. Today, June 9, 2020, the city has logged 106 additional confirmed cases.
On Tuesday evening, the Cebu City Health Department (CCHD) has also reported 83 new COVID-19 recoveries and one new death.
As of June 9, 2020, Cebu City now has a total of 2,988 confirmed COVID-19 cases with 1,710 recoveries and 33 deaths. Total recoveries is at 57.23% ratio while death rate is only at 1.10%.
Below is the breakdown of 106 new cases:
Apas-5
Basak San Nicolas-1
bo Luz-1
Calamba-1
Camputhaw-1
Budlaan-1
Camputhaw-2
Capitol-2
Cogon Pardo-2
Duljo-1
Ermita-9
Inayawan-1
Kinasang-an-13
Labangon-3
Lahug-16
Lorega-3
Mambaling-1
Pahina Central-1
Pardo-3
Pasil-2
Punta-2
Quiot-7
Cogon Ramos-1
T padilla-3
Talamban-1
Tinago-7
Tejero-1
Tisa-2
Suba-2
Sawang-1
Sambag2-4
Sambag1-5
Unverified-1
Meanwhile, below is the breakdown of 83 new recoveries:
Ermita-11
Bacayan-1
Pasil-41
Suba-5
Mambaling-9
San Nicolas Proper-4
Sawang-4
Punta-8
Below is the summary of COVID-19 in Cebu City from June 7 to 9, 2020:
NEW
Recovered
Deaths
June 7, 2020
138
6
1
June 8, 2020
127
56
0
June 9, 2020
106
83
1
371
145
2
As of June 9,2020Lab nega:83-Ermita-11-Bacayan-1-Pasil-41-Suba-5-Mambaling-9-San Nicolas…
Although its number of cases is high, Cebu City still has the lowest death rate in the Philippines compared to the City of Manila at 8.28% and global average at 6.4%.
Sugboanons, let’s do our part. Don’t leave your homes unless necessary, practice good hygiene, get tested when advised by the local authorities, and follow the protocols.
As many of us cope with being separated from our friends and family, our beloved pets play an important role in keeping us sane and at ease with their unconditional loyalty. Pet Food Institute, the group advocating responsible pet ownership mentions the facts why our pets are our ultimate saviors while we are stuck in quarantine.
Fitness Pals
Some of us have resorted to working out at home, and some succeed as their furry friends are there to cheer. According to a study, exercising with your pet is known to have several health benefits. Exercising with your pet can significantly lower one’s blood pressure and help you calm down when you’re in distress.
Several mental health experts expressed their concerns about the impact of being isolated at home as well as the drastic change in our routine pre-quarantine. Having our pets around has shown marvelous health benefits, including our mental health by decreasing our anxiety and feelings of loneliness.
Stress Relievers
Hugging and petting our furry buddies has shown to not only improve our relationship with them but they are also a great source of physical and psychological relief. While social distancing is strictly practiced, luckily, we don’t have to do that with our pets.
It may seem that the end of this crisis is still out of sight, for now, we can resort to our beloved pets as one of our main sources of strength and hope. We all just need to keep holding on until this all ends because we still need to take them for a walk in the park soon or simply giving them their favorite treats. They surely deserve it.
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